"We had a fantastic volunteering experience thanks and felt that when we were at the project we were well looked after. We thought it was a great project and fell in love with the children, they’re adorable.” Mel and family, UK

A family from the US

"Our guide was exceptional. Everyone, everywhere was delightful. It makes coming home to the states feel like a rude shock. We had an incredible time helping teach at such an inspiring school in a Delhi slum; seeing how eager the children were to learn was humbling. India is a fabulous country and we loved exploring it - in style! - after volunteering. Thank you!" Emily and family

USA

Restore Native Plant and Animal Habitats

Families can become Park Stewards and help restore unique San Francisco coastal habitat. The sites feature California coastal scrub, shifting sand dunes, and coastal prairies–all in the backyard of bustling San Francisco.

Over 100,000 plants have been planted, and plenty of work remains to be done to restore and maintain the native coastal ecosystems of this fabulous city.

Weekly volunteer activities focus on weeding in the summer and planting in the winter, as well as seed collection, landscape beautification, and trail maintenance. Leave the concrete jungle behind, work outside beside the shimmering Pacific Ocean and majestic Golden Gate Bridge.

You have the unique opportunity to work with rare and endangered plants including dune tansy, San Francisco wallflower, and San Francisco gumplant. Watch a brown pelican diving in the surf or train your ears to catch the songbirds nesting in the native scrub. There is always something interesting to see and learn at the work sites!

Accommodation in San Francisco

One of the most opulent hotels in San Francisco, the VIP lists here reads like a who’s who of dignitaries and statesmen. It’s a huge property, with over 1,000 rooms, and the elegant buildings have been refurbished and restored with pride. Despite its size, it manages to maintain a majestic atmosphere in all its spaces. […]

Set in the heart of downtown San Francisco’s South of Market (Soma) District, the W hotel is adjacent to San Francisco’s Museum of Modern Art. Only five blocks from Union Square, and just steps away from some of the City’s great eclectic boutique shops, galleries and theaters, the W is accessible to a lot of […]

Situated in the heart of one of the city’s most exciting neighborhoods, Orchard Garden Hotel is a short stroll from Union Square shops and theaters and just a few blocks’ walk to San Francisco Cable Cars, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Asian Art Museum and Chinatown. Enjoy boutique luxury and state-of-the-art design in an […]

Formerly a bank dating back to the 1920s, the Omni San Francisco has been beautifully restored while retaining its beautiful Florentine Renaissance architecture and romantic décor. Located in the heart of downtown San Francisco, you are just minutes away from Union Square and Nob Hill. With succulent cuisine, Bob’s Steak and Chop House offers you […]

You can enjoy an overnight stay in the Presidio of San Francisco, a national park site and National Historic Landmark at the Golden Gate. The Inn at the Presidio offers an authentic historic experience and exceptional recreational opportunities in a setting of immense natural beauty.The historic hotel in San Francisco is located at Pershing Hall, […]

The Fairmont is situated where each of the cable car lines meet, offering superb service and gorgeous views of the city and the bay from the top of Nob Hill. With its ideal location this hotel is a short cable car trip from Union Square and Fisherman’s Wharf. It occupies a landmark building dating back […]

At the foot of the Golden Gate Bridge, on gorgeous grounds covered in pine and eucalyptus trees, Cavallo Point offers unmatched views of the Golden Gate Bridge and the skyline beyond the bay. The lobby chalkboard keeps track of the day’s activities, which include yoga, hikes and wellness seminars. There are two options to lay […]

San Francisco

The bohemian hub of the West Coast has the better things in life in droves. A thriving foodie scene is backed by micro-breweries and of course, some of the best wines in the country. Take in the world class sights, such as the Golden Gate Bridge and the vibrant neighborhoods of Chinatown and the Castro.